Ayer

SHIRLEY – The Bull Run Restaurant began requiring proof of COVID-19 vaccination last month for those who attend ticketed shows, joining many establishments across the region, country, and world putting the same mandate in place.

AYER – Back in March, the Ayer-Shirley Regional cheerleading squad was preparing for a Fall 2 season with a pair of rookie coaches at the helm.

AYER - Winning is becoming a routine for the Ayer Shirley High School football team. But if the gridiron gang wishes to be a contender in this year’s MIAA playoffs, the next challenge will be learning how to close out contests. “We got a little complacent and let Gardner back into the game,” said Coach Bill Wright following a 30-24 victory over the rival Wildcats. “This team has had a lot of losses over the past two years. You learn how to put people away by winning. It’s a mentality that...

Three months ago, Ayer Shirley Athletic Director Steve Kendall didn’t know if the school would continue to field a football team. But...

AYER: It was standing room only in Meeting Room 1 of the Ayer Town Hall when Ms. Lillie Jackson arrived to receive a very special honor: The awarding of The Boston Post Cane. Ms. Jackson already had us all laughing as she took her seat. Someone in the room said, “I hope you don’t mind having your picture taken.”